The much-anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier between Nigeria’s Super Eagles and Zimbabwe’s Warriors ended in a 1-1 draw at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. The match saw both teams battling for dominance, with fans witnessing an intense contest that ultimately ended in a stalemate.
In the build-up to the match, Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, took a commendable step by procuring 30,000 tickets for football fans to ensure a strong turnout at the stadium. This initiative, aimed at rallying support for the Super Eagles, was announced in a statement by Honourable Commissioner for Sports, Elder Paul Bassey, on Monday, March 24, 2025.
The state government emphasized that the ticket giveaway was designed to mobilize residents and citizens to support the Super Eagles in their quest for victory. The official statement read:
“In line with his determination and promise to mobilize support for the victory of the Super Eagles of Nigeria against the Warriors of Zimbabwe, Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, purchased 30,000 tickets for football fans and supporters ahead of the 2026 World Cup qualification match scheduled for Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo.
“Following the procurement of match tickets for free distribution, fans were able to collect them from designated centers starting from 5 PM on Monday, March 24, at the following locations:
The initiative resulted in a packed stadium, with thousands of passionate supporters turning up to cheer their teams. The Super Eagles and Zimbabwe’s Warriors delivered a fiercely contested encounter, with each side managing to find the back of the net once before the final whistle. Fans praised the governor’s effort, noting that the lively atmosphere significantly enhanced the match experience.
With the draw, both Nigeria and Zimbabwe will now shift focus to their upcoming fixtures in the World Cup qualifying campaign, as they continue their journey toward securing a spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
